Fun Run Photo 1571939

Royal Victoria Marathon 2025

Date
October 11, 2025
Location
Victoria, British Columbia
Events
5 Races

About Royal Victoria Marathon 2025

The Royal Victoria Marathon is held annually in Victoria, British Columbia, featuring multiple race distances including marathon, half marathon, 8K, 5K, and a kids run. The scenic and flat courses offer oceanfront views through historic neighborhoods, making it ideal for personal bests and a welcoming community atmosphere.

This World Athletics sanctioned and Boston Marathon qualifying event features a lively Race Expo and a Green Bib option for runners who choose to support charity by foregoing race apparel. With over 12,000 participants, it's a premier fall running event on Vancouver Island.

Race Schedule

Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing

Royal Victoria Marathon 2025 - Thrifty Foods Kids Run

October 11, 2025
10:30 AM
1km
Road
Boston Qualifier

Royal Victoria Marathon 2025 - Island Savings 5K

October 11, 2025
9:00 AM
5km
Road
Boston Qualifier

Royal Victoria Marathon 2025 - Westland Insurance 8K

October 12, 2025
7:15 AM
8km
Road
Boston Qualifier

Royal Victoria Marathon 2025 - Half Marathon

A half marathon on Victoria’s fast, oceanfront roads, part of the Royal Victoria Marathon weekend.
October 12, 2025
8:15 AM
21.1km
Road
Boston Qualifier

Royal Victoria Marathon 2025 - Marathon

October 12, 2025
8:15 AM
42.2km
Road
Boston Qualifier

Course Details

- Marathon course starts and finishes downtown Victoria
- Routes weave through Victoria and Oak Bay with oceanfront views
- Known for flat, fast routes ideal for personal bests
- Stroller use not allowed in main races
- Event includes Race Expo and Green Bib charitable option

Race Highlights

- Boston Marathon qualifier and World Athletics sanctioned event
- Scenic, flat, and fast courses with oceanfront and historic neighborhood views
- Race Expo at Crystal Gardens
- Green Bib charity option available to forgo race apparel
- Multiple race distances: marathon, half marathon, 8K, 5K, and kids run
- Over 12,000 participants across all events

RACE DAY COUNTDOWN

175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
October 11, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Victoria, British Columbia
Avg Temp
Mild (10-20°C)
Avg Humidity
High (60-80%)